Competition: Reducing roadworker risk exposure
We're running a CEO sponsored innovation competition through the Innovation & Research Designated Fund focused on reducing roadworker exposure to harm across the Strategic Road Network.
Share this article
Competition update
The challenge was announced at Highways UK to give industry advance notice of the opportunity ahead of the competition launch. This early engagement period provides organisations with an opportunity to begin considering potential approaches and collaborative partnerships ahead of further competition information being released.
We will launch the competition in the New Year. Up to £1m will be available through the competition to support innovative solutions from concept development through to demonstration, creating a clear pathway towards wider deployment and adoption. Successful projects are expected to run through FY27/28.
The safety of our workforce and supply chain remains a key priority. While significant progress has been made, incidents continue to occur.
The competition will support the identification, development and on network testing of innovative solutions that can help improve workforce safety.
About the competition
The competition forms part of our challenge-led approach to innovation and will provide a route for new ideas and technologies to be brought forward and explored.
Further information on the competition, including timescales, scope and participation, will be shared in due course.
Register your interest
Register your details to receive updates and be among the first to hear when further information becomes available.
